Aboriginal Myths: Tales Of The Dreamtime

by Alexander Wyclif Reed

Paper Book, 2006

Description

Aboriginal Myths: Tales of the Dreamtime gives a fascinating glimpse of the wild and entertaining deeds of the mythic beings populating Aboriginal spiritual life. From acts of creation and the deeds of the Great Spirit, to totemic ancestors and tales explaining natural phenomena, this delightful collection of stories paints a picture of the mystical bond that exists between Aboriginal people, the environment and the spirit life of the Dreamtime.

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Library's review

Didn't finish reading. Ignores the vast differences in stories across Australia. Does a half job of telling the tales, not written in prose but doesn't describe the meaning of the stories.

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Physical description

156 p.; 5.25 inches

ISBN

1876334142 / 9781876334147
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